Yakisoba

Directions

1. 1
   Place a large pot of water over high heat and bring to a boil.
2. 2
   Add the noodles and cook, following package instructions.
3. 3
   Rinse under cold running water.
4. 4
   Once chilled, drain well and set aside.
5. 5
   While the noodles are cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil in a large saute pan placed over high heat.
6. 6
   When the oil just begins to smoke, stir in the beef and cook for 1 minute, stirring often.
7. 7
   Remove the beef from the pan and place it on a plate.
8. 8
   Set aside.
9. 9
   Return the pan with the oil still in it to high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil.
10. 10
    Add the onions, carrots, both mushrooms, scallions, and cabbage.
11. 11
    Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring often, until the vegetables just begin to soften.
12. 12
    Add the bean sprouts, cooked noodles, and beef, and cook for 1 minute longer, until all the ingredients are heated through.
13. 13
    Stir in the tonkatsu sauce, ketchup, and soy sauce.
14. 14
    Cook for 1 to 2 minutes for the sauce to thicken, stirring often.
15. 15
    Remove the pan from the heat and divide the noodles, vegetables, and beef among 4 plates.
16. 16
    Garnish each one with the beni shoga and bonito flakes.